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Alfie168 · 12-31-2006, 10:43 AM

The main advantage of a diesel is the driveability in everyday use. You just look at the torque figures for both engines, and the revolutions at which you get max torque. You should also get better fuel economy, but as with any vehicle its your right foot that dictates that.

If you are going to buy new in 2007, then the dealer should have no objection to you trying both diesel and petrol. Thats the only real way to make up your mind. The diesels are more popular round this way, but its such a personal thing.

Service costs should be similar, but diesels should ideally have the oil/filter changed more regularly. Again, ask the Kia dealer.

Alfie168

12-31-2006, 10:43 AM	#2 (permalink)
Alfie168 Full Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Boston. UK (The Original) Posts: 84 Drives: Alfa Romeo 164 V6 & 156 JTD 2.4 Sportwagon, & Sorento 2.5XS TD. Gallery: 0	The main advantage of a diesel is the driveability in everyday use. You just look at the torque figures for both engines, and the revolutions at which you get max torque. You should also get better fuel economy, but as with any vehicle its your right foot that dictates that. If you are going to buy new in 2007, then the dealer should have no objection to you trying both diesel and petrol. Thats the only real way to make up your mind. The diesels are more popular round this way, but its such a personal thing. Service costs should be similar, but diesels should ideally have the oil/filter changed more regularly. Again, ask the Kia dealer. Alfie168 Last edited by Alfie168 : 12-31-2006 at 11:39 AM.